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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 7Ch. 4Art. 6§ 14353 Livestock Drug Human Use Ban

§ 14353 Livestock Drug Human Use Ban

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 14353 Livestock Drug Human Use Ban

This law says you can't give any drug that's meant for farm animals to a person.

Key Takeaways

  • •Only drugs approved for humans may be given to people.
  • •Drugs registered for livestock cannot be used on humans.
  • •Doing so is illegal and can lead to criminal penalties.

Example

A farmer gives a cow medicine to a neighbor who has a sore throat.

Because the medicine is only for livestock, giving it to a person breaks the law.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 14353 Livestock Drug Human Use Ban

It is unlawful for any person to administer any registered livestock drug to any human being. (Amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1224.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

unlawfulregistered livestock drughuman being

Related Statutes

  • § 14355 Livestock Drug Label Compliance
  • § 11737.5 Enforcing Agricultural Orders
  • § 11896 Pesticide Violation Emergency Orders
  • § 11897 Pesticide Violation Emergency Orders
  • § 14351 Livestock Drug Registration Requirement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 14353.
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